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Natural immune-boosting ingredient: Echinacea extract
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As "immunity" becomes a health keyword of high interest to people today, an increasing number of individuals are turning to natural plants in search of gentle, everyday, and sustainable support solutions. Echinacea purpurea is a classic herb originating from North America. Thanks to its botanical properties, it is a well‑received plant raw material in global dietary supplement industry.
Modern extraction processes have transformed Echinacea from a traditional herb into a standardized raw material. Various extraction methods yield Echinacea extracts with different specifications, featuring standardized controls for key markers such as polyphenols, cichoric acid, alkylamides, and polysaccharides; this provides a more stable foundation for applications in products ranging from foods and beverages to capsules and drops.
Polyphenols and cichoric acid are key marker active substances of echinacea extract. Polyphenols deliver botanical antioxidant benefits to help neutralize free radicals. As a caffeic acid derivative, cichoric acid serves as an important indicator for extract quality. These two constituents work synergistically to deliver natural botanical nutrition.
The scope of applications for Echinacea extract is constantly expanding. It is no longer limited to traditional herbal capsules but is entering a wider range of consumer categories:
Dietary supplements: capsules, tablets, softgels, and drops;
Functional beverages: immunity-focused drinks, powdered mixes, and herbal teas;
Confectionery and snacks: throat lozenges, gummies, and pressed candies;
Oral care: mouthwashes, oral sprays, etc.;
Pet nutrition: immune-support supplements for pets.
Naturalin has launched "Echicoric®," a branded series of Echinacea extracts. Leveraging patented technology (Patent No. ZL 2020 1 0056794.9), the company has overcome stability challenges regarding cichoric acid and polyphenols during the extraction process; the product is available in various forms, including powder and granules.
The raw materials meet standards for PAHs, BSE/TSE-free status, gluten-free and allergen-free profiles, and non-GMO compliance. Naturalin led the development of the industry association standard for Echinacea extract—filling a gap in domestic technical standards for this ingredient—and adheres to quality system requirements such as cGMP and FSSC 22000 during production.
Modern extraction processes have transformed Echinacea from a traditional herb into a standardized raw material. Various extraction methods yield Echinacea extracts with different specifications, featuring standardized controls for key markers such as polyphenols, cichoric acid, alkylamides, and polysaccharides; this provides a more stable foundation for applications in products ranging from foods and beverages to capsules and drops.
Polyphenols and cichoric acid are key marker active substances of echinacea extract. Polyphenols deliver botanical antioxidant benefits to help neutralize free radicals. As a caffeic acid derivative, cichoric acid serves as an important indicator for extract quality. These two constituents work synergistically to deliver natural botanical nutrition.
The scope of applications for Echinacea extract is constantly expanding. It is no longer limited to traditional herbal capsules but is entering a wider range of consumer categories:
Dietary supplements: capsules, tablets, softgels, and drops;
Functional beverages: immunity-focused drinks, powdered mixes, and herbal teas;
Confectionery and snacks: throat lozenges, gummies, and pressed candies;
Oral care: mouthwashes, oral sprays, etc.;
Pet nutrition: immune-support supplements for pets.
Naturalin has launched "Echicoric®," a branded series of Echinacea extracts. Leveraging patented technology (Patent No. ZL 2020 1 0056794.9), the company has overcome stability challenges regarding cichoric acid and polyphenols during the extraction process; the product is available in various forms, including powder and granules.
The raw materials meet standards for PAHs, BSE/TSE-free status, gluten-free and allergen-free profiles, and non-GMO compliance. Naturalin led the development of the industry association standard for Echinacea extract—filling a gap in domestic technical standards for this ingredient—and adheres to quality system requirements such as cGMP and FSSC 22000 during production.
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